Financial Woes May Not Have Been Cause Of Suicide

Mara Buxbaum, publicist of late Robin Williams, had revealed that the late comedian had been battling severe depression" before his untimely death. She also requested that the family’s privacy be respected.

But the lack of a suicide note, and Williams’ self-disclosed financial issues, fuelled speculation that money troubles might have been the root cause of his suicide.

The press’ tactless assumptions were the reason Buxbaum was forced to address the reports. "Robin had no financial problems," she revealed. "We should be blessed to have Robin's financial status."

The publicist went on to say, "I understand the desire to understand the 'Why.' It's not going to happen. The better thing to do is to try to understand severe depression. That isn't going to be answered, and you can speculate all you want." She urged the media to back off from the story.